{"product_id":"milwaukee-2529-21xc-m12-fuel-compact-band-saw-4-0ah-kit-jdbe27","title":"Milwaukee 2529-21XC M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw 4.0Ah Kit","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/cutting-capacity.svg\" alt=\"cutting-capacity\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2-1\/2 in Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eCuts up to 2-1\/2 in x 2-1\/2 in, which is the number that matters when you are working with common strut, pipe, conduit, and threaded rod. Bigger capacity in a compact saw means fewer trips back for a larger tool.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/weight.svg\" alt=\"weight\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight 6 lb Build\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eAt 6 lb, this compact band saw is easier to control overhead and in tight mechanical spaces. Less weight helps when you are making repeated cuts all day.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/variable-speed.svg\" alt=\"variable-speed\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne-Handed Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eIntegrated blade covers, a variable speed trigger, and a built-in LED work light make the Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw Kit easier to use where access is limited and visibility is not great.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMilwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e, model \u003cstrong\u003e2529-21XC\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a cordless compact band saw kit built for clean metal cutting on the job. This is a compact band saw kit designed for cutting pipe, conduit, strut, and threaded rod in tight working areas. If you need a saw that is easier to carry, easier to hang between cuts, and easier to use overhead than a larger portable band saw, this is the point of this tool.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe big number here is the \u003cstrong\u003e2-1\/2 in x 2-1\/2 in cut capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e. That gives the Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw Kit enough room for common electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and general construction materials without stepping up to a bulkier saw. Milwaukee also calls out Constant Power Technology and a POWERSTATE brushless motor, and the practical takeaway is simple: this saw is built to keep cutting speed up in metal rather than feeling bogged down when the material gets serious.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e6 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e, this saw stays in the conversation because it is light for its class. That matters more than spec-sheet bragging when you are cutting overhead, reaching into a rack, or moving from hanger to hanger. The compact layout and straight handle help it fit where a full-size deep-cut band saw would be awkward, and the integrated blade covers are there for one-handed use. For installers and service techs, that combination is what makes the tool practical instead of just portable.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMilwaukee also built this saw around real jobsite use. Jobsite Armor protection is there to help the tool handle drops, debris, and the general abuse that comes with working out of a van or on a commercial build. The adjustable shoe helps the saw sit correctly against larger material, while the LED work light gives you a better view of the cut line in dim utility rooms, ceilings, and mechanical chases. The integrated rafter hook is another small feature that earns its keep fast because you can hang the saw on a ladder, cart, pipe stand, or similar spot between cuts instead of setting it on the floor every time.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe kit runs on the \u003cstrong\u003eMilwaukee M12 battery system\u003c\/strong\u003e and includes an \u003cstrong\u003eM12 REDLITHIUM XC 4.0 battery\u003c\/strong\u003e. That matters if you are already on M12 because the saw drops right into the same battery platform used across a wide range of Milwaukee cordless tools. If you are not on M12 yet, this kit gives you a clean starting point with the battery and charger included. Milwaukee also lists compatibility with the \u003cstrong\u003eband saw reamer attachment 49-90-2029\u003c\/strong\u003e, sold separately, which lets the same tool handle cut-and-ream workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe included blade is a \u003cstrong\u003e30-9\/16 in 12\/14 TPI compact extreme thin metal band saw blade\u003c\/strong\u003e, which fits the saw's metal-cutting role. That tooth count is a solid match for the kind of mixed jobsite metal work this saw is meant to handle. Instead of treating the blade like an afterthought, Milwaukee set this kit up so you can get to work right away with a blade intended for thin metal cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Electricians, plumbers, HVAC installers, maintenance techs, and remodelers are the obvious fit. It also makes sense for general contractors who want a smaller cordless metal-cutting saw for punch-list work, service calls, and jobs where carrying a larger band saw is overkill. If your day involves repeated cuts in installed metal and you care about one-handed control, lighter weight, and M12 platform convenience, this is the right kind of band saw kit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompact Size That Actually Helps on Site\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.milwaukeetool.com\/--\/web-images\/sc\/b3870fa90aca49f291cd2b951bceebc0?hash=f7c5df815d4d58f88ae91fff3f5a3230\u0026amp;lang=en\" alt=\"Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw Kit side profile with battery installed, showing the compact cordless metal cutting band saw layout for pipe and strut work on the jobsite\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis saw is built for the kind of work where space disappears fast. The compact body, 6 lb weight, and one-handed use design make it easier to bring a band saw into finished spaces, overhead runs, and crowded mechanical areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e2-1\/2 in x 2-1\/2 in cut capacity for common jobsite metal cutting tasks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntegrated blade covers support one-handed use\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in LED work light helps in low-visibility areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) M12 REDLITHIUM XC 4.0 Extended Capacity Battery Pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) M12 Charger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) 30-9\/16 in 12\/14 TPI Compact Extreme Thin Metal Band Saw Blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Contractor Bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery Platform\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTool Weight (lbs)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCutting Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-1\/2 in x 2-1\/2 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30.5625 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Teeth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\/14 TPI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotor Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrushless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.12 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-compatibility\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/voltage.svg\" alt=\"voltage\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBattery Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eWorks on the Milwaukee M12 battery system and this kit includes one M12 REDLITHIUM XC 4.0 battery.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAccessory Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eUses a 30-9\/16 in compact band saw blade. Kit includes a 12\/14 TPI extreme thin metal blade for metal cutting.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/accessories-included.svg\" alt=\"accessories-included\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReamer Attachment\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eCompatible with Milwaukee band saw reamer attachment 49-90-2029, sold separately.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eElectrical\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003ePlumbing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eHVAC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eMetal Cutting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eConduit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003ePipe Work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eUnistrut\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-lg\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eIf you are using the Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw Kit for repeated strut and conduit cuts, keep the adjustable shoe planted against the material before you squeeze into the cut. It helps the saw track better and makes one-handed cuts feel more controlled.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-warranty\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/warranty.svg\" alt=\"warranty\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"warranty-text\"\u003e 5 Year tool warranty and 2 Year battery warranty. \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch3\u003eMilwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw Kit Is the Right Call for Tight-Space Metal Cutting\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you want a cordless band saw that is easier to carry and easier to control without giving up the capacity needed for real install work, this kit hits the sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electricians, plumbers, HVAC installers, and service techs cutting conduit, pipe, strut, and threaded rod in finished spaces or overhead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e You get a 2-1\/2 in capacity, brushless motor, one-handed use design, and M12 platform convenience in a 6 lb package.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a compact metal-cutting band saw, not a replacement for a larger deep-cut saw when your material gets beyond its 2-1\/2 in capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat battery platform does this saw use?\u003c\/strong\u003e It uses Milwaukee's M12 battery system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the cutting capacity?\u003c\/strong\u003e The saw has a 2-1\/2 in x 2-1\/2 in cut capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it use a brushless motor?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Milwaukee lists a POWERSTATE brushless motor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan it work with a reamer attachment?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Milwaukee lists compatibility with band saw reamer attachment 49-90-2029, sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Milwaukee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43570445287472,"sku":"2529-21XC","price":104.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/4876\/8304\/files\/e12wx3bf4ebo_f2459d73-e275-4065-a327-9265a97b99e4.jpg?v=1788579369","url":"https:\/\/toolnutus.com\/products\/milwaukee-2529-21xc-m12-fuel-compact-band-saw-4-0ah-kit-jdbe27","provider":"InoPrints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}